Invited to a friend or loved one’s wedding as a guest or as a part of the entourage? That’s fantastic—it’s an honor considering that weddings are one of the most special days in people’s lives! Although you’re not obligated to bring a special gift, it’s always nice to do so to show your support and …
Visiting Zimbabwe and giving your friend a present during your stay? Their gift-giving traditions are a whole lot different compared to most countries. It’s essential to know them so you won’t be caught off guard and can hand them a gift that they can appreciate and not mistakenly perceive to be negative. So let’s take …
Many couples will agree that it can already be hard to get along with each other even for a month. So being able to stay together year after year, in easy and hard times alike, deserves a special gift. Wedding anniversary gift-giving traditions—such as gemstones, colours, and themes for particular years—can be traced back to …
Australia is an exciting country to be in with its sunny weather, golden beaches, barbecue hang-outs, football, wineries, rich Aborigine culture, and many more. Everyone can surely enjoy these things or activities, but when it comes to gift-giving, they have their own etiquette. Thus, you should do your research first and consider the following when …
Italy’s gift-giving customs are almost the same as other European countries. Even so, it’s important to know them if you are handing an Italian friend or host a special gift soon. By preparing a gift that accords with their culture and traditions, it can be perceived as nice and respectful. And so, they are more …
India has long practised the art of gift-giving. In ancient times, they gave grain, textile, cattle, and money in the form of gold and silver to their recipients. Today, gift-giving is still very much alive with certain practices and customs for it. It’s necessary to follow them to earn the person’s friendship and trust in …
Israel has strict rules regarding gift-giving due to their customs and religions. So before you buy online or go out to choose and wrap a gift, you have to know them. The good news is that it’s pretty easy to understand their etiquette of giving gifts unlike in other countries. Now, let us fill you …
It’s beautiful that the language of love varies from one culture to another. Couples abroad have a certain way of showing and celebrating love between them. For example, in South Korea, it’s women that give men chocolates on Valentine’s Day. In Wales, couples exchange exquisite handmade wooden spoons to celebrate it. Now, in Norway, secret …
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It’s nice to take a step back and see the different holiday gift-giving customs across the globe. This is true if you have a lot of foreign friends, plan to visit their countries sometime, or are just curious. That may come in handy if you’re gifting a friend soon so that you won’t be out …
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Everybody loves giving gifts in Russia be it on a normal or special occasion. Similar to Western countries, they celebrate Christmas, Easter, and International Women’s Day. Also, adults open a gift in front of others and bring a gift when invited over to a friend’s home. Even so, they have their own, unique gift-giving customs …
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